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Classic kiwi bach in native bush - No cleaning fee.

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Beach nearby
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, bed sheets
Interior
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Classic kiwi bach in native bush - No cleaning fee.

Private, peaceful bach surrounded by beautiful native bush. 2 mins drive to Onetangi beach, vineyards, and several restaurants.

Large deck, BBQ, hammock and swing. Two boogie boards, portacot, highchair, books, board games, and an in-tune steel string guitar.

10 mins walk to bus stop, a large Four Square supermarket, takeaways and bottle shop. 12 mins walk to white silicon sand of Onetangi beach with crystal clear water which is very safe for swimming.

The new Onetangi Four Square supermarket opened in Dec 2021 next to the Onetangi petrol station and bus stop . It stocks everything you could possible need, and is only 10 mins walk from the bach.

Activities within 5 mins drive from the bach include; Onetangi beach, golf course, tennis courts, horse riding, Stonyridge vineyard, Casita Miro restaurant, Heke Brewery and Distillery, Te Motu Restaurant, Wild on Waiheke) and three bars/restaurants on Onetangi beach (Three Seven Two, Charlie Farley's and Ki Maha).

Our traditional kiwi bach ideal for romantic couples or small families wanting to experience something special in native bush and uniquely Waiheke, while being close enough to all the Island has to offer. We have two heat pumps which make the bach cozy and warm in winter, but cool in the summer.

Amazing birdlife surrounds the bach including; tui, fantails, kaka, parrots, native wood pigeons, and morepork (native owls) calling at night. Glow worms can be seen at night 2 minutes walk up the road (turn left out of the drive).

The bedroom is upstairs on a mezzanine floor with a double and single bed. The stairs to the bedroom are quite steep. There is a handrail on the stairs, but our bach may not suit elderly or people with mobility difficulties.

A small stream runs through the property, with a few fish in it. Please keep an eye on small children and NO fishing please!

The Onetangi bus from the Ferry takes you to within 10 mins walk of the bach. Get off at the Onetangi petrol station (approx 20 minutes ride from the Matiatia ferry terminal.

Click on "Guest Comments" to read comments on how much guests have enjoyed their stay at our classic kiwi bach in the bush.

Special conditions:

Two night minimum stay apart from summer high season and public holiday weekends (3 nights). Unless advised differently, check-in after 2.00 pm and check-out at 11.00 am. Public and School Holidays are peak rates. Bedding and towels are provided at no extra cost, and there's no additional cleaning fee or bond to pay. Please bring own beach towels. Help yourself to anything in the fridge and tea, coffee, sugar, herbs and spices, cooking oil, jams and vegemite etc. Parking on the road is highly recommended as the driveway is loose metal and is too steep for a 2 wheel drive car. Bring torch if arriving after dark.

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to tidy the bach and do the dishes before you leave.

Property manager

John and Kerin

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Waiheke Bush Hideaway - Peaceful and Private Waiheke Island

About the neighborhood

Map
Onetangi, Waiheke Island

What's nearby

  • Eco Zip Adventures - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Onetangi Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tantalus Estate - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Wild on Waiheke - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Palm Beach - 14 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Panmure Station - 88 min drive
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Te Matuku Bay Oysters - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mudbrick Vineyard & Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Stonyridge Vineyard - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Charlie Farley's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Batch Winery - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic kiwi bach in native bush - No cleaning fee. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic kiwi bach in native bush - No cleaning fee.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic kiwi bach in native bush - No cleaning fee.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Classic kiwi bach in native bush - No cleaning fee. located?

This family-friendly Waiheke Island vacation home is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Dellows Waiheke Distillery, Onetangi Beach, and Waiheke Golf Club. Waiheke Museum & Historic Village and Eco Zip Adventures are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Classic kiwi bach in native bush - No cleaning fee. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 247 out of 318 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 318 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 318 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 318 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 318 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kevin m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay
A very enjoyable stay as always.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yasmin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome tranquil spot
We had a great stay in John's peaceful spot in Onetangi, easy to feel right at home - so many nice touches that made us feel welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Stay
Excellent return to great bach experience. Generous gift of extra late check out on our final day was well received because of the brief spell of rain so thank you very much for your hospitality!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
peace and quiet
always a great place to stay .
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Martijn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great location. Cosy home. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faith R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic kiwi bach
This place is wonderful and the hosts are so very generous with everything they provide. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Karl L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet little spot
Good value for money. Nice walks to Trig Hill and down to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannelie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin in the woods
We had a wonderful stay. Feels like you are secluded when you are at the cabin, yet you are just a short drive to everything. Beautiful cozy place. Great environment to spend quality time with you family.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blissful Bush Setting
A lovely stay at this secluded haven among the keruru. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Thoroughly enjoyed my peaceful break. Cute bach amongst the bush. Excellent coffee machine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Donna E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay
The property had everything needed and was very comfortable but it needed cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nikau Cottage
Things described accurately Private hideaway in the bush
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fantastic
Once again it was a real privilege to enjoy Waiheke in this space. A wonderful Bach with everything you need nestled in the forest close to the supermarket and beach. We had some great weather and really enjoyed our Easter weekend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Authentically
Beautiful little hut surrounded by nature. Loved the terrace and bbq area and the kids loved the hammock and swing. Contact with the host was all super
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweetie in Onetangi
Gorgeous, curated, eclectic treehouse with everything you might need. If driving beware of google maps directions (wrong). Helpful info, excellent location (need 4 wheel dve to access driveway). Booking info spot on. Loved this delightful space and unreservedly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maja S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax
This was a really lovely bach. It was a nice place to relax with some friends as it was a fairly quiet in the area and we were a short drive from some beautiful beaches. Great communication from the host, no hassle. Would recommend bringing a car as if possible. Overall we had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super relaxing spot
We had the best time staying at Nikau Cottage in the bush on Waiheke. It was the prefect spot to unwind and use as a base for busing/walking to and from local wineries and beaches. Thanks heaps to John and Kerin who made us feel so welcome with their attentive communication and generosity. We will definitely be returning to stay here. Maria, Stuart, Jean and Carole.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fine Stay
Went very well. We enjoyed the bush setting, the indoor and outdoor artworks and the coffee machine! A very comfortable bach, has a steep staircase to mezzanine bedroom. All in all a very comfortable bach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical
Arrived at night and awoke to a chorus of tuis and a tranquil bush setting, I was quite magical. The Bach was superbly set up and located. A proper Bach with amazing creative and funky interior design, great artwork and presentation. Someone is super talented and has a great eye for functionality coupled with creative flare in equal measures. It was a pleasure staying at this Bach. Would and and am planning to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

This is a nice spot that would be good for summer.
This is a nice spot that would be good for summer. Unfortunately we were there on a very cold weekend which meant the pipes were frosty so we were unable to have a warm shower and there was only one heater for warmth so it was quite cold. I assume most other times of the year this is not an issue and the place would be really nice.

4/10 Poor

Leigh R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Waiheke bach mixed review
The location was good and the bach interesting BUT the access was steep and slippery and the stairs in the house were very steep. Hardly any room round the bed so unsuitable for older people or those who need to get up in the night. Bit gloomy in the trees.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous getaway location
Lovely little secluded bach with a well-stocked kitchen, bathroom with a picture window looking into the palm forest (really!), and comfortable beds. The window seat is perfect for curling up with a book. Pleasant 10 minute walk to bus or beach. Do note there is no tv or wifi (this is a REAL getaway) and phone reception may be patchy depending upon your provider. Also, there are mozzies (sprays and plug in repellents provided). We loved this cute, artsy, peaceful, cozy spot and would happily stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Warwick T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Nikau Grovei
A classic family batch complete with art works at every turn. Modern comfort of heat pumps for the cooler mornings hidden in the Nikau Grove. Use of all the culinary extras that a family situation accumulates. Short but steep drive to parking platform easy to negotiate after the first time. No risk.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Hunter Rex D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic and Peaceful.
Probably more suited to younger guests, we are 75 & 79,but we coped OK. the setting is very nice and we made friends with the resident Kereru's. We felt it has probably been a much loved family holiday place in the past but maybe the family have grown and moved.All and all we enjoyed our stay, the weather could have been kinder, only one swim, but that is not your fault.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew and Fulvia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our first trip to Waiheke was an enjoyable one
Rustic and reminded me of a classic bach from my childhood. Well setup. No wifi, no television (but that is not a bad thing). Great communication with the host and we really appreciated the flexibility with check-in and check-out. It was nice to see kereru pigeons from the windows. A good experience overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024